2022-06-29T20:00:00-04:00 | Dairy Business News

Jeff and Alta Mae Core Receive USJersey Master Breeder Award from USJersey

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Jeff and Alta Mae Core, Salvisa, Ky., received the Master Breeder Award given by the American Jersey Cattle Association in ceremonies June 25, 2022, during the association’s 154th Annual Meeting in Portland, Oregon. [Read More …]

Berks County Dairy Producer Gives an Honest Look at Transition Planning Process

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

When Jared Kurtz of Kurtland Farms in Berks County, Pa. made the decision to return to his family’s dairy farm more than six years ago, they began broaching the topic of transition planning. With Jared [Read More …]

Biden-Harris Administration Announces $401 Million for High-Speed Internet Access in Rural Areas

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Funding Will Provide High-Speed Internet Access to 31,000 People and Businesses in 11 States with More on the Way from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced [Read More …]

Connie Kuber Discusses Mental Health on the Farm With Monica Kramer McConkey & Amanda Borkowski

July 29, 2022 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

In this episode of DairyVoice podcast, host Connie Kuber of Sealpro talks with Monica Kramer McConkey, Rural Mental Health Counselor of Eyes on the Horizon Consulting and Amanda Borkowski of the Dairy Girl Network. They [Read More …]

New Cornell Cooperative Extension Spanish videos

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Spanish video series complements Understanding and Mitigating Lameness programming A series of videos created in Spanish by Cornell Cooperative Extension staff complements the recent Understanding and Mitigating Lameness program. El Manejo del Recorte de Pezuñas [Read More …]

Nourishing Dairy’s Workforce of Tomorrow

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

I’ll never forget my first job interview following the completion of my doctorate degree in food science from the University of Minnesota. I sat before my potential new employer ready to answer questions about my [Read More …]

DBIA to launch new round of Dairy Business Builder Grants in September

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Application materials for the Dairy Business Builder grants will be made available September 19, 2022 A new round of Dairy Business Builder grants is coming in September 2022 for small- to medium-sized dairy farmers, manufacturers, [Read More …]

Keys to Mycotoxin Control

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Like death and taxes, there are some things on the dairy that are just unavoidable. Mycotoxins are a good example. Mycotoxins are chemicals produced from molds and fungi present on the dairy, that could have [Read More …]

Short-lived Forage Trial Results With Long-view Potential

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Short-lived forages are gaining popularity for their important role in livestock rations in tandem with their utility as a cover crop. New variety comparison variety data is now available for the 2022 season. Are you [Read More …]

How Can I Manage this Inflation?

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Recently, I read an excellent article from Dave Ramsey, CEO of Ramsey Solutions about the correlation between the current financial stress being caused by rising inflation and people’s mental wellbeing. It led me to conclude [Read More …]

Extreme heat testing Texas dairies

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

As you well know, this summer is terribly hot and extremely dry. Over half the country is in a drought, and most of Texas is classified as in an extreme or exceptional drought. Current conditions in our state [Read More …]

Bel Brands USA and Dairy Farmers of America Announce Sustainable Milk Cooling Pilot Results

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Plans for a New Initiative Supporting the Next Generation of U.S. Dairy Farmers Milk cooling program resulted in an overall reduction in greenhouse gas emissions while increasing the production of milk. Bel Brands USA and Dairy [Read More …]

Dairy Checkoff Hires Lori Captain To Lead Sustainability Strategy

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) has hired Lori Captain as executive vice president of global sustainability strategy, science and industry affairs, effective July 25. Captain comes to DMI after serving more than 20 years working [Read More …]

What’s Happening in California? Does California need a Federal Order?

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

California became a Federal Milk Marketing Order in November 2018. California is the largest dairy state, but it is also very different from other U.S. locations. Under the California milk payment system used prior to [Read More …]

Managing your earnings in 2022 Can we impact 2023 and beyond?

July 29, 2022 DairyBusiness News Team DP 0

So far, 2022 is shaping up as a year where cash and profits may rebound within the dairy industry to levels that have not been seen for a few years. While inflation and supply chain [Read More …]

Outagamie County Success from the Field

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

A New Beginning for Grandpa’s Dairy Farm Hunter Strebig knew he wanted to farm when he graduated from high school. Not afraid of long hours or hard work, he worked in construction right out of [Read More …]

Milk your corn silage for all it’s worth

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Plan harvest right to make the most of this forage for the coming year Corn silage is a staple in dairy and beef animal diets across the United States, providing valuable nutrients for growth and [Read More …]

To Mow or Not to Mow?

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Heat and drought conditions have stunted the regrow of grass hay fields. What factors should a farmer consider before harvesting a short second cutting? The field in the photo was cut June 9th and baled as [Read More …]

Livestreamed Farmfest forums on farm bill, ag outlook

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Minnesota Farmfest is a farm trade show, Aug. 2-4 in Redwood County, Minn. National farm and ranch leaders will gather at Minnesota Farmfest Aug. 2-3 to discuss the farm bill, the outlook for agriculture in [Read More …]

NMPF, IDFA commend dairy provision in child nutrition bill, will work to protect access to nutritious dairy

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) released the following joint statement today on the House Education and Labor Committee’s passage of the Healthy Meals, Healthy Kids Act, a bill [Read More …]

NMPF, IDFA Commend Dairy Provision in Child Nutrition Bill

July 29, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Will Work to Protect Access to Nutritious Dairy The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) released the following joint statement today on the House Education and Labor Committee’s passage [Read More …]

Recording Available: Dairy Market Outlook Webinar

July 28, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

If you missed today’s webinar with Jayne Sebright and Beverly Hampton Phifer, the recording is now available. Jayne reviewed the latest data and updates about the milk marketplace and welcomed Beverly Hampton Phifer, Director of Animal [Read More …]

5 Fun Facts about the Butter Cow Display

July 28, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

In the heat of the summer, one of Ohio’s coolest traditions takes shape year after year. In the early 1900s, butter sculpting contests were held at the Ohio State Fair and sponsored by The Ohio [Read More …]

Miner Institute to host Open House August 6!

July 28, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Event will showcase modern agriculture, offer plenty of fun for families Come learn about the research, education, and demonstration programs at Miner Institute at our Open House on Saturday, Aug. 6 from noon to 4 [Read More …]

Dairy farmers to Congress: Risk management programs critical

July 28, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Dairy farmer voices critical to crafting federal farm programs that serve the nation On July 25, the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) commended farmers from member cooperatives who are speaking up for dairy’s needs at [Read More …]

INFB promotes ag at 2022 Indiana State Fair

July 28, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Popular events and sponsorships return amid construction on new facility Indiana Farm Bureau will once again support agriculture at this year’s Indiana State Fair. The sponsored events and programming showcase INFB’s commitment to youth in [Read More …]

Grain storage hazards the focus of Ag Progress Days farm safety demonstrations

July 28, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Free health screenings, pesticide safety trainings also available Visitors to the Farm Safety Demonstration Area at Penn State’s Ag Progress Days, Aug. 9-11, can learn about the hazards of flowing grain in confined-space grain storages and [Read More …]

The Threat Cockroaches Pose to Your Operation

July 28, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Cockroaches may seem like a harmless, unsightly nuisance, but for a major operation like yours, they carry so much more of a threat. Cockroaches are notorious for spreading a range of diseases, as both a [Read More …]

Wisconsin Wins Quarter of All Awards at ACS (American Cheese Society) Competition

July 28, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Wisconsin cheese, butter and yogurt makers win the most awards of any state, totaling more than one-fourth (26%) of all awards at the 2022 American Cheese Society Judging and Competition in Portland, Ore. That’s twice [Read More …]

Dairy Farmers of America Names Kevin O’Donnell as Senior Vice President of Sustainability

July 28, 2022 Sarah S News Team 0

Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) today announced the appointment of Kevin O’Donnell as the Cooperative’s new senior vice president, sustainability. In this role, Kevin will be responsible for steering DFA’s sustainability activities and evolving the [Read More …]

Month: July 2022

Jeff and Alta Mae Core Receive USJersey Master Breeder Award from USJersey

Berks County Dairy Producer Gives an Honest Look at Transition Planning Process

Biden-Harris Administration Announces $401 Million for High-Speed Internet Access in Rural Areas

Connie Kuber Discusses Mental Health on the Farm With Monica Kramer McConkey & Amanda Borkowski

New Cornell Cooperative Extension Spanish videos

Nourishing Dairy’s Workforce of Tomorrow

DBIA to launch new round of Dairy Business Builder Grants in September

Keys to Mycotoxin Control

Short-lived Forage Trial Results With Long-view Potential

How Can I Manage this Inflation?

Extreme heat testing Texas dairies

Bel Brands USA and Dairy Farmers of America Announce Sustainable Milk Cooling Pilot Results

Dairy Checkoff Hires Lori Captain To Lead Sustainability Strategy

What’s Happening in California? Does California need a Federal Order?

Managing your earnings in 2022 Can we impact 2023 and beyond?

Outagamie County Success from the Field

Milk your corn silage for all it’s worth

To Mow or Not to Mow?

Livestreamed Farmfest forums on farm bill, ag outlook

NMPF, IDFA commend dairy provision in child nutrition bill, will work to protect access to nutritious dairy

NMPF, IDFA Commend Dairy Provision in Child Nutrition Bill

Recording Available: Dairy Market Outlook Webinar

5 Fun Facts about the Butter Cow Display

Miner Institute to host Open House August 6!

Dairy farmers to Congress: Risk management programs critical

INFB promotes ag at 2022 Indiana State Fair

Grain storage hazards the focus of Ag Progress Days farm safety demonstrations

The Threat Cockroaches Pose to Your Operation

Wisconsin Wins Quarter of All Awards at ACS (American Cheese Society) Competition

Dietary crude protein: how low can we go thanks to the amino acid balancing concept in dairy cows?

Why Herd Immunity Matters to Your Dairy

What If You Could?

Cover Crops After Corn Silage